Wendy Lin
About Wendy Lin
Wendy Lin is a Senior Project Manager at Swinerton, with over 19 years of experience in the construction industry, particularly in high tech and biopharmaceutical projects. Her extensive background includes roles at Dome Construction, Kinetics, Southland Industries, and Performance Contracting, Inc., where she has managed a diverse range of projects.
Work at Swinerton
Wendy Lin currently holds the position of Senior Project Manager at Swinerton, where she has been employed since 2021. Her role is based in Santa Clara, California, and she has been instrumental in managing various projects within the organization. With a focus on high-tech and biopharmaceutical sectors, she utilizes her extensive experience to oversee project execution and ensure alignment with client objectives.
Previous Experience in Construction
Prior to her tenure at Swinerton, Wendy Lin worked at Dome Construction for a total of eight years, serving first as a Senior Project Engineer from 2013 to 2017 and then as a Project Manager from 2017 to 2021. Her earlier roles included positions at Kinetics, Southland Industries, and Performance Contracting, Inc. (PCI), where she gained valuable experience as a Project Engineer. This diverse background has contributed to her comprehensive understanding of the construction industry.
Education and Expertise
Wendy Lin holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Washington, which she completed from 1998 to 2003. She also earned a Master's degree in Engineering Management from Duke University in 2004. Her educational background, combined with over 19 years of industry experience, equips her with specialized knowledge in project management, budgeting, scheduling, and LEAN methodologies.
Project Portfolio and Specializations
Wendy Lin has developed a diverse project portfolio that includes various types of construction projects such as ground-up buildings, data centers, cGMP lab and warehouse buildouts, BSL2 labs, child care centers, and campus amenity buildings. Her specializations encompass project management, material procurement, data analysis, and contract management, which enable her to effectively lead complex projects in the high-tech and biopharmaceutical fields.
Background in Research and Engineering
Before her career in construction, Wendy Lin gained research experience as a Laboratory Research Assistant at the Fred Hutchinson Cancer Research Center from 1999 to 2003. This role provided her with insights into laboratory environments, further enhancing her understanding of the biopharmaceutical sector. Her early education at Gonzaga Preparatory School culminated in a High School Diploma, laying the foundation for her future studies in engineering.